A plate adorned with perfectly grilled Cajun shrimp accompanied by a vibrant and refreshing mango salsa. The colorful salsa provides a beautiful contrast to the charred shrimp.

Grilled Cajun Shrimp with Mango Salsa

Name: Grilled Cajun Shrimp with Mango Salsa
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 16 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients: large shrimp, 10 peeled and deveined; Cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon; olive oil, 2 tablespoons divided; large mango, 1 diced; red bell pepper, 1/4 cup diced; red onion, 1/4 cup diced; jalapeno pepper, 1 seeded and minced; lime, Juice of 1; Salt, to taste; Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Category Main Course

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 6 minutes

Style Southern American

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily Recipe: June 28, 2023

In this recipe, we bring you a unique twist on Southern American cuisine with a delightful seafood dish. Inspired by the coastal flavors of the South, this recipe combines the freshness of seafood with a hint of smokiness and a touch of sweetness. It's a perfect dish to celebrate the pleasant weather and the abundance of seafood in season.

Ingredients (for 2)

Large shrimp - 10 - peeled and deveined
Cajun seasoning - 1 tablespoon
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons - divided
Large mango - 1 - diced
Red bell pepper - 1/4 cup - diced
Red onion - 1/4 cup - diced
Jalapeno pepper - 1 - seeded and minced
Lime - Juice of 1
Salt - to taste
Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2 - 🍤✨

In a bowl, toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Make sure the shrimp are well coated.
Step 3 - 🔥🍤

Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and slightly charred. Remove from the grill and set aside.
Step 4 - 🥭🌶️🔪

In a separate bowl, combine the diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeno pepper, lime juice, and remaining olive oil. Season with salt to taste.
Step 5 - 🍤🌶️🥭🌿

Place the grilled shrimp on a plate and top with the mango salsa. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Step 6 - 🍽️😋

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Additional

For an extra kick of heat, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the Cajun seasoning. This dish pairs wonderfully with some grilled corn on the cob and a side of Southern-style coleslaw. A refreshing glass of iced tea or a crisp white wine would make for the perfect beverage accompaniment. Feel free to modify the mango salsa by adding fresh diced avocado or pineapple for additional flavor and texture. Get the kids involved by letting them help toss the shrimp in the Cajun seasoning and assemble the mango salsa.